International and Global Studies, B.A.

Major Requirements (52 Total Credits)

• INS 100S - Introduction to International and Global Studies (Social Science) Credits: 4

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• INS 101H - Introduction to International & Global Studies (Humanities) Credits: 4

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• World Language courses Credits: 20
• IGS and IGS Cross-Listed Courses Credits: 24
• INS 400 - Capstone in International and Global Studies Credits: 4

General Education Requirements

For specific information about general education requirements and expectations, see the General Education Requirements  in the Academic Programs section of this catalog.

Minimum Total of Credits for The Degree: 128

Concentration

To help students select courses, they identify a concentration within IGS in consultation with two academic advisors, preferably by the end of their sophomore year. The focus can be on a region or a global issue provided that enough courses are offered to create a meaningful concentration.

Examples of Regional and Topical Concentrations:

• Asian Studies
• European Studies
• Francophone Studies
• Global Health and Public Policy
• International Development
• Latin American Studies
• International Business and Globalization
• Peace and Conflict Resolution
• World Literature
• World Geography and Society
• International Environmental Studies and Sustainability
• International Political Economy

Learning Goals and Assessment

Learning Goals:

• Students will understand and appreciate diverse perspectives, engage in a variety of ideas and methods with critical reflection. They will gain a better understanding of their own language and culture, and of the role occupied by the United States in the world.
• Students will demonstrate competency in at least one language other than English.
• Students will develop the capacity to craft effective research papers, using research sources appropriately, integrating multiple disciplinary methods, and using English in an effective manner.
• Students will examine global issues in their complexity (including, language, culture, history, geography, economics and politics).
• Students will develop strong analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills.

Assessment:

• Students will demonstrate broad multidisciplinary knowledge and an understanding of international and global issues.
• Students will demonstrate competency in a second language and cultural awareness gained through academic preparation and study abroad.
• Students will understand multiple disciplinary methods, be able to identify and critique them; and use these methods in their own research.
• Students will demonstrate basic knowledge in general education fields (covered in the required introductory courses), as well as specialized knowledge about content and methods in their concentration.